Get Arkansas Ready: Your State Registration Guide

Gather Required Documents

Before starting your application, ensure you have:
- An Arkansas State ID (driver's license or state ID issued by DMV)
- A Physician Written Certification on the Arkansas Department of
Health (ADH) form

Prepare for Payment

Have your debit or credit card ready for the application fee of $50.00
(Note: American Express is not accepted).

Create an Account

Visit the Arkansas health department website and click on “Apply”
followed by “Register as a new user.”

Register

Enter a valid email address and create a password. Make sure to
write down and save your password.

Confirm Your Account

Check your email for a “Confirm Your Account” message.
Remember to look in your trash or spam folder if you don't see it in
your inbox.

Activate Your Account

Click on the link in your email to confirm and activate your account.

Begin Your Application

Once your account is active, log in and begin filling out the
application form.

Complete the Application Form

Carefully complete every box outlined in red:
- Don’t forget to include your Social Security Number.
- Indicate your military status if applicable.
- Sign the form using your finger or mouse in the designated box.

Upload Required Documents

Take pictures of your State ID and Physician Written Certification
and upload them to the application.

Submit Payment and Finish

Review your application, pay the $50 non-refundable fee, and submit
your completed application.

Check Application Status

You can check the status of your application after 14 days by logging
back into your account.

Print Your Card

If approved, you can print your card from the state website. A hard
copy of the card will also be mailed to you. The card typically arrives
within 14 days.

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